the rank for at least two years). Promotion of a captain to major may take place when the captain has completed applicable promotion training with approved results. After completing a tactical staff course at the Swedish Defence University, a captain who is OFSK may only be promoted to major if the position is within the functional area where the captain's special competence is and the position's rank code is OF 3. Promotion of a major to lieutenant colonel may take place when the major has completed the applicable promotion training with approved results. Responsible head of promotion to major is the unit commander. In the case of reserve officers, promotion of a captain to major may take place when the captain has completed applicable promotion training with approved results. Promotion to positions higher than major may take place after placement until further notice in a position at a higher position level than that corresponding to the individual's current rank, provided that the officer in the reserve has an academic degree at advanced level. Rank insignia Collar patches Shoulder marks Air Force Army Navy (Amphibious Corps) Sleeve insignias Air Force Army Navy (Amphibious Corps) Hats References Notes Print Web Military ranks of the Swedish Army Military ranks of the Swedish Air Force